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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1920-June 1924

ARCH.2003.22, Rendition: 809066

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The image is a clipping of a newspaper article from the New York Times, dated Sunday, March 11, 1928. The article discusses several topics, including:

  1. Sardis Relics Stolen: The article mentions that 2,000 Sardis relics have been stolen.
  2. New Home for Art: A new home for art is being constructed at a cost of $100,000.
  3. Watch Is Being Kept on Antique Shops of World in Locate Stolen Treasure: The article discusses efforts to locate stolen antique treasures by keeping watch on antique shops worldwide.
  4. Continuation Defended by Morris E. Seid: This seems to be a continuation of a previous discussion or article defended by Morris E. Seid.
  5. Refitting of Grand Central Terminal Arts Paid for by Rockefeller Foundation: The article mentions the refitting of Grand Central Terminal's arts, funded by the Rockefeller Foundation.
  6. Sell Paintings by Lottery: There is a section about selling paintings by lottery.
  7. Maude Royden's Farewell: The article includes a farewell message from Maude Royden.

The clipping is torn on the right side, and some text is missing. The text is densely packed, indicating multiple stories and updates within the article.

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The image displays a yellowed, aged newspaper clipping from the New York Times, dated Sunday, March 11, 1928. The clipping contains several articles, the main one titled "2,000 SARDS RELICS HAVE BEEN STOLEN" about the theft of historical artifacts from the island of Sardinia. Other articles visible include "NEW HOME FOR ART TO COST $100,000" about a new art gallery, and "SELL PAINTINGS BY LOTTERY" concerning fundraising methods for an art gallery. The text is printed in black ink, and the paper shows signs of wear, with a small tear on the right side. The layout is typical of early 20th-century newspapers, with multiple columns and dense text.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the New York Times dated Sunday, March 11, 1923. The clipping contains two main articles.

  1. First Article (Left Side):

    • Title: "2,000 Sardis Relics Have Been Stolen"
    • This article discusses the theft of 2,000 relics from the ancient site of Sardis in Anatolia (modern-day Turkey). The relics include items from the ancient treasury, including statues, gold and silver objects, and other artifacts. The article also mentions the efforts to recover these items and the significance of the treasures.
  2. Second Article (Right Side):

    • Title: "New Home for Art to Cost $100,000"
    • This article is about the planned construction of a new art gallery. The project aims to house an extensive collection of art, with a budget of $100,000. The text details the renovation of Grand Central Terminal's Artic Atrium, which will be used as the new home for the art collection, funded by the Railroad and Association. It also mentions the lotteries for selling paintings and the involvement of various artists in the project.

Additionally, the bottom of the clipping features a small article titled "His Phone Rate Raised," which is partially visible and seems to be a brief news item about a telephone rate increase.

The clipping also includes a small piece of text at the bottom left labeled "MAUDE ROYDEN'S FAREWELL," which might be a brief mention or an announcement related to an individual named Maude Royden.

The layout of the clipping is divided into two main columns, with each article occupying its own column.

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The image is a page from the New York Times dated Sunday, March 11, 1923. The page contains several articles and news snippets:

  1. Headline Article: "2,000 Sardis Relics Have Been Stolen"

    • The main article discusses the theft of approximately 2,000 ancient relics from Sardis, a significant archaeological site. The items were being transported to the Louvre in Paris, and the thieves managed to steal them from a train at a French border station. The article mentions the involvement of the French police and the recovery of some artifacts, but it also raises questions about the authenticity of others. The text notes that the theft is being investigated by both French and American authorities.
  2. Other Articles:

    • "New Home for Art to Cost $100,000"

      • This article discusses plans to construct a new home for art, detailing the cost and design considerations. It mentions that the new building will be paid for by the Grand Central Terminal Artic and Association and will include modern amenities like artificial lighting.
    • "Sell Paintings by Lottery"

      • This snippet talks about an auction or sale of paintings where the method of selling will be by lottery. It notes that most of the galleries in the area will participate, and it highlights the efforts to attract public interest and generate excitement around the event.
    • "Maude Royden's Farewell"

      • A brief note or article about Maude Royden, possibly marking the end of a series or her departure from a certain position or role.
  3. Additional Headlines and Content:

    • "Continuation of Art Defense"
      • This section mentions an ongoing defense of art, possibly related to the previous articles, but the full context is not provided in the snippet.
    • "New York Subway Rate Raise"
      • A brief mention of an increase in subway fares, with the headline "His Phone Rate Raised," which seems to be a separate article or news item.

The layout and presentation of the articles suggest a typical newspaper format from the early 20th century, with a mix of cultural, political, and local news. The article on the theft of relics is prominently placed, indicating its importance at the time.

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The image is a section of a newspaper, specifically the New York Times, dated Sunday, March 11, 1928. The article headlines and snippets visible are:

  1. "2,000 Sardis Relics Have Been Stolen":

    • This headline discusses the theft of ancient artifacts from Sardis, an archaeological site in Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey). The story mentions that more than 1,000 clay tablets and numerous statues were taken, and the watch is being kept on the ancient treasures to locate them.
  2. "New Home for Art to Cost $100,000":

    • This article talks about the plans to build a new home for art, specifically mentioning the Grand Central Terminal Artic Paid For by Railroad and Association. The new building will house the art collection, including paintings by famous artists.
  3. "Sell Paintings by Lottery":

    • This piece discusses a proposal to sell paintings by lottery, likely to raise funds or attract more interest in the art collection. It mentions that the art gallery is to be built with artificial lighting and will feature paintings by artists like Childe Hassam, among others.
  4. "Maude Royden's Farewell":

    • This smaller headline at the bottom mentions a farewell event or notice, likely related to Maude Royden.
  5. "His Phone Rate Raised":

    • This headline, also at the bottom, suggests a change in phone rates for someone named "His."

The newspaper clipping is yellowed, indicating its age, and some sections are slightly torn. The articles cover a mix of cultural, historical, and administrative news from 1928.

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The image is a page from The New York Times, dated Sunday, March 11, 1956. It features several articles and headlines, including:

  1. "2,000 Sardis Relics Have Been Stolen"

    • This article discusses the theft of about 2,000 ancient artifacts from Sardis in Turkey. The stolen items include Lydian coins and jewelry, which were discovered missing during an inventory check by archaeologists from Harvard and Cornell universities. The items date back to the time of King Croesus.
  2. "Watch In Being Kept on Antique Smug to Locate Ancient Treasure"

    • Authorities are on alert for the smuggled Sardis artifacts, aiming to intercept and recover the stolen treasures.
  3. "New Home for Art To Cost $100,000"

    • The Whitney Museum of American Art plans to build a new home for its collection in New York City. The construction is expected to cost $100,000 and will be situated on the Upper East Side.
  4. "Refitting of Grand Central Terminal Artic Pavil Paid for by Railroad and Association"

    • The article describes the redecoration and refitting of the Grand Central Terminal's art deco interior, which is being funded by the New York Central Railroad and other associations.
  5. "Sell Paintings by Lottery"

    • A plan to sell 20 valuable paintings through a lottery in Italy is detailed. This initiative is intended to raise funds for a cultural institution.
  6. "Continuation by Morris E. Siegel: Has Proust Feast"

    • This appears to be a continuation of an article by Morris E. Siegel about a feast inspired by Marcel Proust's literary works.
  7. "Lot of the 20 Galleries to Be Built With 3-Story Structure on Artful Light"

    • This article discusses the architectural plans for new galleries, emphasizing the importance of natural light.
  8. "His Phone Rate Raised"

    • The story covers an individual named Richard Hull who had his telephone rate raised.

Each article provides detailed information about its respective subject, reflecting a mix of cultural, archaeological, and societal news from the time.

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This image shows a newspaper clipping from "The New York Times" dated Sunday, March 11, 1923. The clipping features several articles:

  1. To the left, there is a headline that reads "2,000 SARDIS RELICS HAVE BEEN STOLEN." Below, there is an article discussing the theft of ancient artifacts from Sardis, the extent of the loss, and the efforts to locate the stolen treasures.

  2. In the middle, the headline reads "NEW HOME FOR ART TO COST $100,000." This article talks about the refitting of Grand Central Terminal's attic as a new space for art, paid for by the railroad and association.

  3. On the top right, there is a continuation of an article with the headline "CONTINUATION DEFENDED BY," followed by the name "Morris E. Siegel." This article is cut off, and only a fragment can be seen discussing admiration for Solomon's activities and mentions of public and private interest.

  4. Below the continuation, the heading "SELL PAINTINGS BY LOTTERY" is visible, describing a situation where some of the 20 galleries will be built receiving sun mixed with artificial light.

  5. At the bottom of the clipping, "MAUDE ROYDEN'S FAREWELL" is mentioned, but the article's content is not visible due to the clipping limits.

The edges of the paper are jagged, suggesting the clipping was torn out of the newspaper. The paper color has a yellowish tinge, indicating aging and oxidation over time.

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The image shows a yellowed newspaper clipping from The New York Times dated Sunday, March 11, 1923. The headline reads, "2,000 SARDIS RELICS HAVE BEEN STOLEN," followed by a subheading, "Watch Is Being Kept on Antique Shops of World to Locate Ancient Treasure." The article discusses the theft of more than 2,000 objects excavated at Sardis, an ancient capital of Lydia in Asia Minor. It mentions efforts by archaeologists and authorities to track down the stolen artifacts currently believed to have been shipped away by traffickers to antique shops worldwide.

Besides the main article, another prominent section with the headline "NEW HOME FOR ART TO COST $100,000" talks about the refitting of the Grand Central Terminal attic paid for by the railroad and an associated painters and sculptors' gallery association. It mentions plans to sell paintings by lottery, providing details about the art gallery and some participating artists.

The article contains dense columns of text with various smaller subheadings, listing names of painters, sculptors, and other individuals associated with the art gallery project. Near the bottom right corner, there is a brief mention of "HIS PHONE RATE RAISED," followed by an incomplete sentence.

Overall, the clipping contains historical news about art theft related to ancient relics and developments related to the art community's new gallery in New York.

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The image shows a torn page from the New York Times dated Sunday, March 11, 1923. The page has several articles, including:

  • "2,000 Sardis Belic Have Been Stolen" which reports on the theft of ancient artifacts from Sardis.
  • "Watch Is Being Kept to Locate Shops of World to Locate Ancient Treasure" which discusses efforts to find ancient treasures.
  • "Refurbishing of Grand Central Railroad and Association" which talks about the refurbishment of Grand Central.
  • "Sell Paintings by Lottery" which mentions a lottery for selling paintings.
  • "Most of the 20 Galleries By Received Sun Bath With Artificial Light" which discusses the use of artificial light in galleries.
  • "Maude Royden's Farewell" which is likely an obituary or farewell article for Maude Royden.

The page has a torn edge on the right side, and the text is printed in black on aged, yellowed paper, indicating that it is an old newspaper clipping.

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The image shows a scanned page from the New York Times, dated Sunday, March 11, 1923. The page is divided into multiple columns of text, typical of newspaper layout from that era. The content appears to be a mix of news articles, headlines, and smaller notices. Here is a detailed description:

Layout and Design

  • Header: At the top of the page, the New York Times logo is visible, along with the date and day of the week.
  • Columns: The page is structured into multiple vertical columns of text, a common format for newspapers of the time.
  • Headlines: Several prominent headlines are visible:
    • "2,000 SARDIS RELICS HAVE BEEN STOLEN": This headline suggests a news story about the theft of ancient artifacts from Sardis.
    • "NEW HOME FOR ART TO COST $100,000": Another headline indicates a significant development in the art world, possibly the construction or acquisition of a new art institution.
    • "CONTINUATION DEFENDED BY": This headline hints at a continuation of a previous story, possibly a debate or controversy.
    • "HIS PHONE RATE RAISED": A smaller notice at the bottom right suggests a news item about a phone rate increase.
    • "MAUDE ROTDEN'S FAREWELL": This headline likely refers to a farewell event or announcement involving someone named Maude Rotden.

Content Overview

  • Left Column: The left column contains the article titled "2,000 SARDIS RELICS HAVE BEEN STOLEN", which discusses the theft of ancient artifacts. The article appears to provide details about the incident, including the location, the nature of the stolen items, and possibly the investigation or response.
  • Middle Columns: The middle columns contain additional news stories and smaller notices. One prominent headline is "NEW HOME FOR ART TO COST $100,000", which likely details the plans for a new art institution or building. There are also smaller headlines and subheadings, such as "SELL PAINTINGS BY LOTTERY" and "REFITTING OF GRAND CENTRAL TERMINAL ATTIC PAID FOR BY RAILROAD AND ASSOCIATION", indicating various news topics ranging from art sales to infrastructure projects.
  • Right Column: The right column includes more news items, such as "CONTINUATION DEFENDED BY", which seems to be part of a larger story or debate. There is also a mention of "HIS PHONE RATE RAISED", likely referring to a specific individual's phone rate increase, and "MAUDE ROTDEN'S FAREWELL", which could be related to a public figure or event.

Visual Characteristics

  • Typography: The text is printed in a classic serif font, typical of early 20th-century newspapers. The headlines are bold and larger than the body text, drawing attention to key stories.
  • Condition: The page appears slightly faded or aged, with some discoloration and minor tears at the edges, suggesting it is a historical document.
  • Layout: The columns are neatly aligned, and the text is dense, reflecting the informational style of newspapers from the 1920s.

Contextual Clues

  • The date (March 11, 1923) places the news in the early 20th century, a time of significant cultural, economic, and technological change. The mention of artifacts from Sardis, a historical site in Turkey, indicates an interest in archaeology and ancient civilizations.
  • The reference to a new art home costing $100,000 reflects the growing importance of cultural institutions and the investment in the arts during this period.
  • The variety of headlines suggests a diverse range of topics covered by the newspaper, from theft and art to infrastructure and personal news.

Conclusion

The image depicts a historical newspaper page from the New York Times dated March 11, 1923. It features multiple news stories, including the theft of ancient relics, the construction of a new art institution, and various other topics such as phone rate changes and farewells. The layout, typography, and condition of the page reflect the design and preservation characteristics of early 20th-century newspapers.